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HCPO arrests 12 people and recovers 3 firearms in Jersey City drug investigation

Source: Hudson County View · Jul 17, 2026, 2:35 PM

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The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office Narcotics and Gangs Task Force arrested 12 individuals and seized three firearms during a drug investigation on Clinton Avenue in Jersey City.

The operation was conducted in collaboration with the Jersey City Police Department and the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, according to Prosecutor Wayne Mello.

Key points

  • 12 arrests made in Jersey City drug investigation on Clinton Avenue
  • 3 firearms recovered during the operation
  • Hudson County Prosecutor's Office led the narcotics and gangs task force effort
  • Jersey City Police Department assisted in the arrests
  • U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives participated in the investigation

FAQ

Where did the drug investigation take place?
The arrests were made on Clinton Avenue in Jersey City as part of a drug investigation conducted by the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office Narcotics and Gangs Task Force.
How many people were arrested and how many weapons were recovered?
12 people were arrested and 3 firearms were recovered during the investigation.
Which agencies were involved in this operation?
The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office Narcotics and Gangs Task Force led the investigation with assistance from the Jersey City Police Department and the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

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